Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 87%
Full-length
The elderly client is being discharged following a total knee replacement. To facilitate independence, the nurse should instruct the client/family to do which of the following?
Correct answer
A, B, C, D, E, G
Rationale
Elevated commode seats (A), removing rugs (B), grab bars (C), medic alert monitors (D), nightlights (E), and bedside walkers (G) promote safety and independence. Foot protectors (F) are unrelated to mobility, and elevated side rails (H) may trap the client, increasing fall risk.